The Truth in Disclosure Act, the bill that proposes forcing private corporations to report their historical ties to chattel slavery, passed out of the California Legislature and has now moved […]
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Trump passes new drug policy
‘Most-favored-nation’ policy to lower prices
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Political Playback: California Capitol News You Might Have Missed
California Puts Black Girl Joy on the Calendar Every Aug. 10 California has designated Aug. 10 as Black Girl Joy Day, an annual statewide celebration of Black girls’ achievements, talents […]
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California Capitol news you might have missed
California Legislative Black Caucus Elects New Leaders On Aug. 14, the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) announced that Assemblymember Corey Jackson (D-Moreno Valley) was elected the chairperson for the […]
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Prop 42 would ban new taxes on retirement savings and personal assets
Understanding what’s on your November ballot
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California Capitol news you might have missed
“The Power to See Threats Sooner”: Gov. Newsom, Safety Officials Showcase California’s Investments in Hi-Tech Wildfire Prevention On July 21, Gov. Gavin Newsom held a presentation in Sacramento, alongside state […]
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Department of Homeland Security makes demands
California Secretary of State Shirley Weber and top election officials in three other states have until July 31 to tell the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) whether they will cooperate […]
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Asm. McKinnor’s bill banning drones awaits Senate decision
Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D-Inglewood) is advancing legislation that would prohibit unauthorized drones from operating within 400 feet of large outdoor ticketed entertainment events. Assembly Bill 2113, titled “Aviation: Unmanned Aircraft […]
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Black Leadership Council recognizes Assemblymembers Bonta, Jackson for leadership and service
The Black Leadership Council (BLC) honored Assemblymembers Mia Bonta (D-Alameda) and Dr. Corey Jackson (D-Moreno Valley) during its annual Legislative Awards Luncheon for their leadership in advancing racial justice, economic […]
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Black Caucus bill requiring major corporations in California to disclose links to slavery moves forward
In August 2000, the California Legislature confronted a little-known chapter of American history after records uncovered in the state archives revealed that, before the Civil War, some insurance companies issued […]
